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Spain’s Christmas celebrations are filled with a rich array of flavors, ingredients, and traditional dishes. A Spanish Christmas feast offers everything from sweet treats to savory delights, showcasing the best of Spanish holiday foods. Whether you’re in Spain or celebrating at home, exploring these traditional Spanish Christmas dishes brings authenticity and festive flair to your holiday table. Let’s dive into a Spanish Christmas feast and discover the top dishes you must try this season!
Tapas are a key part of Spanish culture, originating as small snacks placed over wine glasses in 13th-century taverns. Today, enjoying tapas is a social tradition, with friends and family gathering to share a variety of flavors. From simple bites to regional specialties, tapas capture the essence of Spain’s culinary heritage.
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The tradition of tapas began centuries ago in Spain. Taverns would put slices of bread or cheese on top of glasses of wine or sherry to keep out fruit flies. Patrons would eat these snacks, called “tapas” from the Spanish word “tapar” meaning “to cover.” Over time, tapas evolved into a wide array of small dishes served in bars. It became a social custom in Spain to go from bar to bar sampling various tapas and drinks with friends.
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